What is an 8655 form?

IRS Form 8655, also known as the "Reporting Agent Authorization," is a document utilized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the United States. Its purpose is to grant authorization to an individual or entity to act as a reporting agent on behalf of a taxpayer.

A reporting agent is a designated third party empowered to carry out various tax-related functions for a taxpayer, including filing tax returns, making payments, and interacting with the IRS on the taxpayer's behalf. By completing the IRS 8655 form, the taxpayer establishes the official authorization relationship with their chosen reporting agent.

To fill out the form, the taxpayer is required to provide their identifying details such as their name, address, and taxpayer identification number (TIN). Additionally, information about the reporting agent, including their name, address, and Employer Identification Number (EIN), must be provided.